Tuesday is Election Day ... Vote by Mail or at the Polls

Here's a look at some important voter information.

Tourist Tax Foes are Liars or Clueless, Supe-Backed Group Says

Heavily outspent supporters of Measures T, U and X are stepping up their rhetoric as critical vote nears. They say outside groups are launching a misinformation campaign and local groups opposed to the measure “just don’t understand.”

Red-Light Camera Crackdown Green-Lighted by Senate

Relief for drivers wrongfully ticketed for red-light violations may be in sight.

County Office Candidate Admits He Has No Degree

Tone of the San Mateo County Supervisor Race turns from issues to qualifications.

Romney in Town for Peninsula Fundraiser Tonight

The event is being held at a Hillsborough mansion with dinner tickets at $50,000 per person.

Hill Introduces Legislation to Reduce Costs for PG&E Ratepayers

The legislation aims to use fines levied against the utility to reduce costs associated with upgrading its pipeline system.

New Drainage System Promises to Decrease Debris From Entering Storm Drains

Half Moon Bay Public Works completes the installation of the city’s first bioswale.

VIDEO: San Mateo's Memorial Day Parade Honors Soldiers

The Memorial Day Parade that marched through downtown San Mateo on Sunday honored active duty soldiers, veterans and retirees -- and those who support the troops.

New Website Helps Students Explore College and Career Options

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson has helped design a new website to help students explore college and career options for the future. It also has advice for parents and educators.

Candidates' Financing Revealed in Latest Filings

Information just released by the Federal Election Commission and the California Secretary of State shows incumbents are able to raise healthy amounts of money compared to their challengers.

CalFire Warns of Dry Conditions, Threat of Fire Over Holiday Weekend

An increase in fires has CalFire officials concerned for the Memorial Day weekend.

Memorial Day at the American Legion

Service starts at 11 a.m. and is followed by a BBQ lunch.

Ideas for California Patent Office, Cutting County Red Tape Highlight Supervisor Forum

Six of the seven candidates appear before non-profit leaders to talk about their vision for San Mateo County.

What Improvements Do Our Local Roads and Highways Need?

The transportation authority has $100 million in funds to spend to improve safety and congestion on local highways. What do you think it should be spent on?

Texting While Driving Fines May Increase by $10

Bill by State Sen. Joe Simitian would boost fines for using cell phones while driving.

Officials Ask Boaters to Help Prevent Spread of Invasive Mussels

Public and private partnership join forces to jump start education program in effort to prevent destruction of water resources in Sonoma County.

HUD Awards $4.3M to Bay Area Fair Housing Agencies

Funding used to enforce Fair Housing Act by investigating reported discriminatory housing practices.

East Palo Alto Family Health Center Awarded $7.3M

Ravenswood Family Health Center one of 26 awardees nationwide.

Feed Your Mail Carrier with Cans of Food on Saturday

Carriers will be accepting non-perishable food from households when they deliver the mail on Saturday.

Drug Safety Law for Youth Moves Forward

Eshoo’s legislation boosting safety of children’s medication clears key committee.

VIDEO: Meet New Harbor Master Scott Grindy

Interview with head of operations at Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay and Oyster Point Marina in South San Francisco.

$17 Million in Design Contracts Approved for New Jail

Gradual flux of new inmates from state prisons driving needs for facility, Sheriff Greg Munks says.

County Launches Service to Assist Affordable Housing Search

Website aims to make it easier for low-income residents to find a home in San Mateo County.

Two Bay Area State Senators Offer Plan to Avoid State Park Closures

Beach in Montara and park in La Honda slated to close on July 1.

UPDATE: Effort to Block Wavecrest from Off-Roaders Violated Coastal Act, Resident Alleges

Logs placed on Redondo Beach Rd in Half Moon Bay as emergency measure, county says.

Early Voting for School Bond Measure Begins Monday

You'll be able to vote at two different locations in the county prior to the June 5 election.

Four Could Face Death Penalty in 2010 Triple Homicide

The U.S. Attorney filed charges against 19 people allegedly linked to the 2010 triple homicide in South San Francisco.

Caltrain Moves Past Another 'Station' Toward Electrification

The commuter rails governing authority approves agreement to fully fund project, which could be ready by 2019.

President Obama to Rally in Redwood City

The president plans to attend three fundraisers on the Peninsula in one day.

Internet-Based STD Screening Demo Offers Free Kits to Women in San Mateo County

Pilot program launches to assess feasibility of self-screening program.

Spare the Air Season Begins

Ready for a long season of thick, heavy, smog?

Half Moon Bay to Explore Sales Tax Ballot Measure

City Manager directed by councilmembers to develop recommendation on specifics of potential increase.

County Wants Your Help to Ban the Bag

Half Moon Bay is supporting the county's effort to develop an ordinance to ban single-use plastic bags.

Candidate: Build More Granny Houses in Wealthy Neighborhoods

Supervisor candidate Andy Cohen says the extra property taxes generated would benefit the county's poor.

Got Drugs? Give 'em Back On Saturday

According to the DEA, Americans participating in three previous Take-Back Days turned in nearly a million pounds—almost 500 tons—of prescription drugs.

FBI: Are You One of 300,000 Who Could Lose Internet Access?

If you have this malware on your computer, don’t expect internet come July.

Supervisors Adopt Realignment Plan

Under the plan, San Mateo County will take on around 600 additional inmates by 2014.

Want $40? Take Public Transit, or Ride A Bike

San Mateo County is rewarding residents for reducing traffic and emissions.

Voters to Decide On Death Penalty

A ballot initiative eliminating the death penalty will be placed before California voters in November.

Youth Light a Fire Under Elected Officials

Race for a smoke-free housing ordinance heats up in Half Moon Bay. Are you ready for Half Moon Bay to adopt smoke-free housing ordinances?